"It is absolutely shocking that anybody would choose to re-enact multiple incidents of sexual violence against women as 'entertainment' in a St Patrick's Day parade. This is an appalling failure of judgement that reflects the persistent minimisation of sexual violence and a misogynistic culture that facilitates it."
"Such a public display is an act of public grooming that normalises rape and sexual violence, and it is completely unacceptable that there was complicity in allowing this float to take part in the Ballinrobe St Patrick's Day parade."
"A member of the Ballinrobe parade's organising committee said they are 'just as deflated and shocked' as the rest of the local community. The committee 'completely condemn any abuse, exploitation, or any form of violence against children'."
A St Patrick's Day parade float in Ballinrobe, Co Mayo featured depictions of sexual violence as entertainment, including scenes referencing the Epstein files and Prince Andrew. The float showed individuals being wrestled on a mattress and a person in a cage, with sweets distributed to children watching. Rape Crisis Ireland's executive director condemned the display as shocking and described it as public grooming that normalizes sexual violence and reflects misogynistic culture. The parade organizing committee expressed shock and stated they completely condemn abuse and exploitation. The parade operated under the theme 'Rooted in Tradition, Enriching our Community,' though floats were not previously required to register.
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